Steve Beaty

Steve Beaty, Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Computer Sciences at Metropolitan State University of Denver. With a rich background in both the theoretical and practical aspects of computers and networks, Beaty has built a diverse career in academia and industry. 

He began his career as a writing compiler for Pixar and Hewlett-Packard. He then spent nearly a decade teaching at Colorado State University and contributing to software development at Cray Computer. At Hewlett-Packard, he managed a large team of developers and served as a software test architect. Beaty also led the security team at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder for five years.  

Over his 21 years at MSU Denver, he has held various leadership roles, including Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer Sciences; Interim Vice President of Information Technology; and Interim Dean of the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering and Design.   

In addition to his academic and leadership roles, Beaty actively contributes to open source projects and consults with a wide range of businesses and agencies, including DevilDog Cybersecurity and the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking. 

Beaty earned his doctorate, master’s, and bachelor’s in Computer Science from Colorado State University.